National Ambrosia Day is observed in the USA every December 12. This day celebrates ambrosia, a modern fruit salad that typically includes ingredients such as oranges or mandarin oranges, pineapple, coconut, and mini marshmallows. The dish, which is believed to have originated in the early 19th century, can also incorporate strawberries, bananas, peeled grapes, maraschino cherries, or crushed pecan nuts, along with various creamy elements like yogurt or whipped cream. To celebrate, people often prepare different variations of this dessert, with a common recipe combining crushed pineapple, mandarin orange segments, coconut, and lemon yogurt or sour cream, chilled before adding mini marshmallows. National Ambrosia Day highlights this sweet treat, encouraging culinary creativity and enjoyment among those who partake.